AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCARICOM Diplomacy: Dr. Janet Caroo was formally accredited as Saint Lucia’s new ambassador to CARICOM, pledging “deliverables” as the island leads the bloc and tackles climate, food and energy insecurity. Housing Finance: Parliament backed a US$20 million Government guarantee for low- to middle-income housing via the Saint Lucia Development Bank, with the Opposition raising concerns about access. Economy Watch: The World Bank projects Saint Lucia growth of 1.1% in 2026 after a 0.6% contraction in 2025, pointing to the need for stronger capacity to adopt new productivity tools. Fuel Relief: Fuel and cooking gas subsidies were increased to keep key prices steady from Oct. 5–25, while larger LPG sizes still rose. Cruise Politics & Delivery: Tourism Minister Dr Ernest Hilaire admitted Castries waterfront upgrades won’t be finished for the coming cruise season, with work likely to land in the next season. Regional Justice: The CCJ begins its judicial year defending its independence and says it will hold itinerant sittings in Saint Lucia on Oct. 7–8. Public Safety: Three people were charged after a Bexon search turned up a Glock 19, ammunition, cash and cannabis resin. Energy Plan: Geothermal exploration is now ongoing in Saltibus, Fond St Jacques and Belle Plaine, with displacement and replacement homes already underway.
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